Adoption Info of Georgia Peak Cooling and Heating Calculation Code (Commercial / Mid & High-rise Residential) 2007 (R2014)
- ASHRAE 183-2007 (Peak Cooling and Heating Load Calculations in Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings) with Georgia-specific amendments
Effective Dates
- January 1, 2014 – Present (Revision of 2007 Edition)
Adopts with Amendments
- ASHRAE 183-2007 (R2014)
Scope
- The Georgia Peak Cooling and Heating Calculation Code applies to commercial, mid-rise, and high-rise residential buildings, setting standards for calculating peak heating and cooling loads. This code provides guidelines for accurately determining building load requirements to ensure efficient HVAC system design. It includes criteria for environmental factors, occupancy, internal loads, and building envelope characteristics to achieve proper thermal comfort and energy efficiency.
Exception #1: Low-rise residential buildings are covered by different standards and do not fall under this code’s requirements.
Exception #2: Temporary structures or facilities with limited climate control requirements may follow alternative or simplified load calculation methods.
CODE REFERENCE GUIDE
| Area | Primary | Supplement |
|---|---|---|
| Load Calculation Methodology | ASHRAE 183 | NONE |
| Environmental Factors | ASHRAE 183 | NONE |
| Occupancy and Internal Loads | ASHRAE 183 | NONE |
| Building Envelope Considerations | ASHRAE 183 | NONE |
| HVAC System Sizing | ASHRAE 183 | NONE |
| Inspection and Compliance | ASHRAE 183 | NONE |
| Energy Efficiency Requirements | ASHRAE 183 | IECC |
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